A large community Matariki event at Stadium Southland has been cancelled, its backers saying it is too much of a risk to go ahead as a competing show is taking place a few days beforehand.

Demolition of the Wyndham museum building is set to start next week.

The University of Otago could be offering a master’s degree in cyber security in Queenstown in a few years’ time.

The Central Otago District Council has awarded the $14.7 million tender to design and construct Cromwell’s new water treatment plant and borefield upgrades to New Zealand-owned and based Apex Water.

The Heriot Rugby Club celebrated its 140th year anniversary at the weekend, generations of the club getting together for a good game and a great bit of socialising.

Balclutha police have warned rural property owners to keep property under lock and key.

The Upper Clutha Rugby team could breathe a sigh of relief after their 125th jubilee match, with the final whistle bringing a 28-14 win over Maniototo at home in Wānaka.

Grants of more than $1.1 million have been made by the Otago Community Trust in its latest funding round.